A history of barnstorming in America, with an ample number of anecdotes about the dangerous acrobatics and stunts performed by thrill-seeking exhibition flyers, mostly ex-military pilots, especially during the 1920s.
Describes daily life in the rural areas of Elizabethan England, discussing communities, homes, the work of men, the experiences of women and children, recreational activities and holidays, and difficulties.
Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1990 to 2003, a period that included the first Extreme Games, and Tiger Woods' Masters Tournament victory.
Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1980 to 1989, a period that included the U.S. Olympic Hockey team's defeat of the Soviets, Michael Jordan's Nike deal, and Greg LeMond's Tour de France win.
Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1970 to 1979, a period that included the U.S. Ping-Pong team's invitation to China, the enactment of Title IX, and Reggie Jackson's string of home runs in the 1977 World Series.
Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1960 to 1969, a period that included Wilma Rudolph's Olympic victories, the development of Gatorade, and the first Super Bowl.
Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1950 to 1959, a period that included Maureen Connolly's Grand Slam sweep, and the first Little League World Series.
Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1940 to 1949, a period that included the Toronto Maple Leafs' Stanley Cup victory, and the inclusion of African Americans in professional football and baseball.
Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1920 to 1939, a period that included Babe Ruth's rise to stardom, Jesse Owens' Olympic triumph, and Seabiscuit's clinching of the Triple Crown.
Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1900 to 1919, a period that included the first World Series, the first Indy 500 auto race, and Native American Jim Thorpe's Olympic victories.
